mental-health
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The (Imperfect) Art of Balance: A Gym Confession
So… it’s been a month since I’ve stepped foot in a gym. (Cue dramatic music.) And before anyone gasps and clutches their protein shake, let me just say—it’s not for lack of excuses. Oh, I have plenty. Are they good… Continue reading
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Sometimes, I Just Want to Doom Scroll (and Maybe Eat Cheese in Peace…
Let me just say it straight: I love my family. I love my kids, my partner, our animals, and the life we’ve built together. I’d go to the ends of the Earth for them—and sometimes it feels like I already… Continue reading
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Thelma vs. The Wall: A True Story of Survival…
Let me tell you about Thelma. Now, Thelma is technically our dog, but emotionally and spiritually, she belongs to my husband. She tolerates me. Like… she appreciates that I open doors and provide snacks, but she’s made it clear I’m… Continue reading
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✨ Midlife Magic: It’s Not All Crisis and Chaos ✨
Everyone talks about the midlife crisis—cue the dramatic music. Supposedly, we hit 40 and suddenly spiral into buying sports cars, getting questionable tattoos, or googling “how to feel young again” at 2 a.m. But you know what we don’t talk… Continue reading
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🧡 Finding Friendship in the Middle
Last week, I was on vacation—a lovely blend of work, relaxation, and family time in Montana. There’s something so comforting about visiting family, especially the kind you can just talk to about anything, even if it’s been nearly a year… Continue reading
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Mirror, Mirror — I’m Good Enough, Thanks..
Let’s get one thing straight right out of the gate: “Love your body at every stage of life!” is possibly the biggest, sparkliest, most beautifully packaged lie the beauty industry has ever sold us. And they’ve sold us a LOT… Continue reading
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A Little Goodbye to Chicken Nugget — Our Fancy Tail Friend
Oh my gosh — what a morning. And all of it before coffee. So, recently our goldfish tank has come down with ich. For those of you who, like me, were blissfully unaware of fish diseases a few months ago,… Continue reading
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Scammers, Spam & Gut Feelings: A Midlife Survival Guide
Have you ever sat back and wondered: Why do some people have to be so downright mean? Seriously — why spend your life figuring out ways to steal what someone else has worked so hard to earn?This is more than… Continue reading
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Team Dog or Team Cat?
Dogs or cats? Well, at the moment, I have both—and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. Years ago, I would have sworn up and down that I was 100% a dog person, no contest. But these days? Depending… Continue reading
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Squats, Salads, and Sanity: Navigating Fitness & Wellness in Midlife Without Losing Your Cool…
Let’s get real—waking up in your 30’s and 40’s can feel like discovering a new version of your body that didn’t ask for your input. One day you’re doing cartwheels in the backyard, the next your knee makes a sound… Continue reading
The Jaded Mother 